What is the exhaust system?
The engine is connected to a system of long
metal tubes and other parts that work together to reduce the noise and
the by-products created in the gasoline combustion process it
carries
them from the engine through the tailpipe and safely away from the
vehicle.
The exhaust system has a few essential
parts; each plays a vital role in the process:
Exhaust Manifold:
Exhaust manifolds are generally simple cast iron or stainless steel
units which collect engine exhaust from multiple cylinders and deliver
it to the exhaust pipe.
Catalytic Converter:
This sends the gases through a final “burn” to remove leftover exhaust
gases not burned by the engine and exhaust manifold.
Muffler:
Muffles the sounds of the gases as they are transported through the
system.
Tailpipe: The
tailpipe carries the air and water vapor away from the vehicle.
Why should I care about it?
When the exhaust operates properly, the gases
created during the fuel combustion process are carried safely away from
the vehicle through the muffler and tailpipe.
Motor vehicle exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a toxic gas which
can cause headache, nausea, dizziness, and general disorientation in
humans. Leaks in the system can allow these dangerous exhaust fumes to
leak into the passenger area causing discomfort and possible illness to
people riding in the vehicle.
Check your exhaust system frequently. If you notice that your car seems
to sound different, loud, or suddenly makes a deep rumbling sound when
it’s running, this may be a sign of a hole or leak in the exhaust.
What can I do to keep it in good shape?
Keeping your exhaust system in good shape means
thwarting its worst enemy: rust.
Rust, or corrosion can occur when the metal parts of your exhaust system
are exposed to moisture from outside elements like rain and snow, or
from the water vapors that are created as a natural part of the
combustion process.
If you live in a colder climate and your vehicle is exposed to road
salt, have the undercarriage rinsed every few weeks. Salt contributes to
corrosion of the metal parts of your car, so removing it regularly will
extend the life of your exhaust.
Understanding how your vehicle’s exhaust system operates, and investing
in a little preventative maintenance, can go a long way toward minimizing
problems down the road.
What we do:
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Exhaust
Pipes
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Exhaust
Manifolds
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Catalytic
Converters
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Crossover
Pipes
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Clamps &
Hangers
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Tail Pipes
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Mufflers
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Gasket
Replacement
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Dual Systems
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Custom
Systems
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Diagnosis
and Repair
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